Vantron Launches i.MX 952 SMARC Module for Edge AI Vision and Industrial HMI at electronica 2026
2026/11/10
Munich, Germany, November 10, 2026 — Vantron introduces the VT-SBC-SMARC-IMX952 at electronica 2026. Built on NXP’s i.MX 952 applications processor, the compact Computer-on-Module combines AI acceleration, multimedia processing, industrial connectivity, and real-time computing in a SMARC 2.1 form factor. It provides an integrated hardware foundation for industrial HMIs, edge vision systems, factory automation, and intelligent gateways.
NXP i.MX 952 family is designed for AI-powered sensor fusion and vision sensing applications, supported by the integrated eIQ® Neutron NPU. It features advanced graphics and video cores, powerful vision and machine learning acceleration and efficient CPU performance with real-time processing. Functional Safety is supported both for IEC 61508 and ISO 26262 up to SIL 2/ASIL-B. Part of the EdgeVerse™ portfolio of intelligent edge solutions, it offers advanced security with integrated EdgeLock® secure enclave to support energy-efficient edge computing. It is well-suited for automotive, industrial and commercial IoT applications.
VT-SBC-SMARC-IMX952: High-Performance AI Vision Module for Automotive & IIoT Solutions
Designed to simplify system design and integration into industrial and automotive equipment, Vantron’s VT-SBC-SMARC-IMX952 combines AI vision processing, multimedia capabilities, and industrial connectivity to help OEMs accelerate product development.
• Compute and Vision Processing: The module integrates a quad- or dual-core Arm® Cortex®-A55 CPU alongside Cortex-M7 and Cortex-M33 MCUs, supporting application processing and real-time tasks within one platform. With 8 GB LPDDR4x memory, 64 GB eMMC storage, and dedicated NPU and GPU resources, it supports local AI inference and graphical applications. MIPI CSI connectivity and an integrated image signal processor provide a foundation for camera-based designs.
• Display and Multimedia Integration: The module supports 4K at 30 fps H.264 encoding and 4K at 60 fps H.265/H.264 decoding. MIPI DSI and LVDS outputs support up to two simultaneous displays, providing flexible integration options for equipment interfaces and visualization terminals.
• Industrial Connectivity and Expansion: One Gigabit Ethernet interface and one 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet interface, both with TSN support, enable industrial network integration. Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 complement wired connectivity, while PCIe 3.0, USB 2.0, CAN FD, UART, SPI, and I²C signals support application-specific peripheral expansion.
• Software and Deployment Flexibility: Android and Yocto Linux support let customers select the software environment that suits their applications. Optional BlueSphere MDM for the Android version enables centralized device management. The module supports operation from 0°C to +70°C, with an optional −40°C to +85°C configuration for more demanding environments.
From Module Evaluation to Customized Products
For OEMs developing vision-enabled equipment, industrial HMIs, or connected control systems, the VT-SBC-SMARC-IMX952 provides a standard platform for application evaluation and prototyping, helping reduce initial hardware development effort.
Vantron’s one-stop embedded solutions extend from carrier-board design and BSP and driver adaptation to display and peripheral integration, mechanical customization, testing, and manufacturing. These services help customers tailor the module to their product requirements and move from evaluation to production with fewer integration challenges.
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